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Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado Visited

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Sent to us from the BCS Communications Dept.
Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado visited the Berlin Central School District on Friday, November 15th, and took a tour of the Berlin Middle High School led by student council members. The students – Haylee Jones, Madison Bell, Alexis Rifenburg, and Lillian Gardell – showed the lieutenant governor and several of his staff several notable features, such as the Aquatics Lab. The Berlin Elementary School Ambassador program, comprising 15 students from grades 3–5, joined the tour and explored their future school. The tour ended in Mr. Nate Ellis’ classroom, where a question-and-answer session with the BHS student council took place. There were valuable exchanges on topics such as foundation aid calculations, student financial aid, and public service versus politics.

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‘Framing Tomorrow,’ a Regional Collaboration to Shape the Future

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Questar III BOCES’ Donald R. Kline Technical School hosted a regional collaboration event sponsored by the CTE Technical Assistance Center of NY (nyctecenter.org) and welcomed Career and Technical Education (CTE) educators from across the state to “Framing Tomorrow, a regional collaboration to shape the future” on November 15th. The event was intended to help educators prepare the next generation of skilled workers and fill high-demand jobs. Participants discussed industry-recognized credential opportunities, work-based learning, project-based learning, and dual enrollment and post-secondary articulations.

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Small Business Saturday

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at the Louis Miller Museum

This November 30th, the Louis Miller Museum invites the community to celebrate Small Business Saturday with a special event from 10 am to 4 pm. This day highlights the importance of supporting local businesses and features a unique opportunity to shop from three local vendors in addition to the museum’s own gift shop offerings.

Shoppers can explore a variety of handmade goods, artisanal products, and exclusive items from local artisans. This event not only promotes small businesses but also encourages community members to discover the treasures available right in their own backyard.

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Stephentown Board Highlights

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by Denise Wright
The November 18th meeting of the Stephentown Board was lengthy and included a great deal of information that will benefit residents.

After the audit of claims and approval of the minutes from the October 21st meeting and November 4th public hearing for the 2025 preliminary budget, the transfer station reported a busy month, depositing $9,361. A new bin for electronics is being investigated but has to meet state specifications. More information will be shared at a future board meeting.

The fire department reported 16 calls for the month, bringing their total to 295 for the year. Members of the highway department have also been CPR certified. The department is also preparing for its blood drive on December 17th. There will be a slight change in the parade route this year for the November 30th holiday parade. It will proceed from Veterans Park after the 5 pm tree lighting, go over Route 43 to Grange Hall Road, and end at the fire hall. The hope is to have an excellent community event after the parade with refreshments and visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus.

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New Accessible Trail and Sensory Nature Trail

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at Albert Family Community Forest

Hudson Taconic Lands, formerly Rensselaer Plateau Alliance and Rensselaer Land Trust, hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, Nov 15th in celebration of a new accessible trail and sensory nature trail at Albert Family Community Forest in East Nassau. On a sunny, crisp morning, elected officials, community members, and those who made the project possible gathered at the head of the trails. Following short speeches and cutting a "ribbon" made of hemlock boughs, the group took a walk on the new trails. 

 The Pileated Pathway Equal Access Trail is a 4,000 ft round-trip Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant trail. It features two wheelchair-accessible picnic tables and a wetland overlook. The adjacent Sensory Nature Trail was designed for people of all ages with sensory differences such as autism. It includes interactive stations to help people connect with nature through their senses. 

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East Nassau Board Highlights

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by Denise Wright
The November 13th East Nassau Board meeting focused primarily on a community event and Climate Smart Committee issues.

Approval of the minutes was tabled but after the treasurer's report was approved, code enforcement reported that two new permits and one inspection were completed for the month. Mayor Martin reported to the Department of Public Works that she received a call that a tree had fallen and was partially blocking Hayes Road. Superintendent Doug Dobert was going to check it out after the meeting. He did report that speed bumps on Hayes Road were going to be removed for the season in the next week.

The annual cookie contest was discussed. The contest was held on November 17th. Trustee and Historian Tom Kernan reported that he was very appreciative of the gift giving that community members have provided for the event.

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Thomas N. Trask – Obituary

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Troy — Thomas N. Trask, 58, passed away on November 14, 2024 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy, NY.  Born on March 7, 1966 in Oneonta, NY he grew up in Petersburgh, NY where he spent his childhood and most of his adult life.

Tom had a great sense of humor. He was a math wizard and could recite account numbers, phone numbers and dates of events from memory. He enjoyed doing Sudoku and would complete advanced level puzzles in record time. He was a lifelong Green Bay Packers fan and loved donning his cheesehead gear on game days. However, his greatest pleasure was spent with family. Whether it was a casual gathering, a family reunion or a holiday celebration, Tom most enjoyed the time spent in the company of his loved ones. [Read more…] about Thomas N. Trask – Obituary

William H. Gilbert – Obituary

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Berlin — William “Bill” H. Gilbert, Jr. 81, of Cherry Plain passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 11, 2024 surrounded by his children at Albany Medical Center. He was a beloved father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He is predeceased by his parents, William H Gilbert, Sr. and Mary (Clancy) Gilbert, his partner Patricia Arrighi, his Brother Donald Gilbert and his bestest boy Jake.

He was born at Leonard Hospital in Troy, NY to William H Gilbert, Sr. and Mary Clancy on January 3, 1943. He grew up in Dutchess, Columbia and Rensselaer counties going to school at the Stillman Village schoolhouse in Petersburg and later in the village of Amenia. [Read more…] about William H. Gilbert – Obituary